Sanusi Must Rise Above Personal Interests And Partisan Undertones – FG

The Federal Government has come out to react to recent remarks by the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.

Recall that Sanusi recently commented on the economic reforms introduced under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, and added that he doesn’t plan to help the current government.

According to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, Sanusi has every right to express his views, however, his admission of withholding support suggests it stemmed from personal grievances rather than an objective assessment of the policies.

He then urged the Emir to rise above personal interests and partisan undertones and prioritize the greater good of Nigerians.

His words, “First, we acknowledge that Sanusi, and indeed any Nigerian, has the inalienable right to express an opinion either in the form of commendation or criticism on how the government is being run.

However, we find it amusing that a leader, more so one from an institution that ennobles forthrightness, fairness, and justice would publicly admit to shuffling off saying the truth because of personal interest hinged on imaginary antagonism.

It is pertinent to state that Nigeria is at a pivotal juncture where bold and decisive actions are necessary to tackle entrenched economic challenges.

This administration has implemented transformative reforms not because they are easy, but because they are essential for securing Nigeria’s long-term stability and growth, as Emir Sanusi had consistently advocated.

The temporary pains currently experienced from these inevitable decisions, as Sanusi himself acknowledged, are a ‘necessary consequence of decades of irresponsible economic management’ more than anything else.

We urge the Emir to rise above personal interests and partisan undertones and prioritise the greater good of Nigerians.

Rebuilding Nigeria requires unity, focus, and sacrifice from all stakeholders. As a government, we urge esteemed leaders to refrain from rhetorics that undermine public trust.

Instead, they owe it a duty to champion the collective goal of a prosperous Nigeria. This is a critical time for our country, what is needed is collaboration, not unnecessary distractions.”

WOW.